I won’t step into the rather ugly waters of exclusivity and limited launches, as we all have opinions about the topic. No matter which side you land on, more accessibility means more players and more fun for everyone. So, when does Return to Moria launch on Steam?
When is the Return to Moria Steam Release Date?
No matter your reason for waiting, the Steam release of Return to Moria is just around the corner. You can pick up and play the game on August 27 on Steam, alongside the Golden Update (more on that shortly) and full crossplay across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, along with cross-launcher play between Steam and Epic Games Store.
I’m curious to see if they’ll launch on Steam with a significant discount, considering it’s one year after the initial launch on the Epic Games Store. Despite initial mixed receptions, there’s still a good amount of hype surrounding the game, and the Steam release could be the refresh the game requires to flourish!
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What’s New in the Steam Version of The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria?
For the upcoming launch of Return to Moria on Steam, developer Free Range Games is subsequently releasing the Golden Update. It’s a massive overhaul of the game’s core mechanics and systems, alongside plenty of new content to enhance the experience.
The Return to Moria Golden Update includes:
- Steam and Xbox Series X|S Releases
- Crossplay
- Sandbox Game Mode
- New Armor
- New Weapons
- Enhanced Base Building
- And more!
Overall, whether you played on day one over on the Epic Games Store or have eagerly awaited the Steam launch, now’s a good time to dive back into Return to Moria!
The Guide Hall spent quite a few hours with The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria on release day, and we’re excited for more players to join the underground fun. We’ll have several guides to help you navigate the dark confines of the mine this month!


